
Cheap Homes for Rent in Arlington County, VA from $1,000 (45 Rentals)
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1832 N Culpeper St

1100 23rd Rd S

2405 N Quintana St

1904 N Woodley St, Unit #1

608 N Abingdon St

5609 6th St S

1114 N Taylor St, Unit B, Unit B

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 325, Unit 325
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1912 S Glebe Rd

1955 N Cleveland St

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 341

5721 11th St N

1011 Arlington Blvd, Unit 945, Unit 945

1111 Arlington, Unit 603, Unit 603

5565 Columbia Pike, Unit 310, Unit 310

214 N George Mason Dr

1404 12th St N
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4069 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 401, Unit 401

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 601, Unit 601

5314 8th Rd S, Unit 6

1210 N Taft St

1529 S George Mason Dr, Unit George Mason Village, Unit George Mason Village

4600 S Four Mile Run Dr, Unit 1223, Unit 1223

4500 S Four Mile Run Dr

1011 Arlington Blvd, Unit 803, Unit 803

1111 Arlington Blvd, Unit 113
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1011 Arlington Blvd

4360 N Pershing Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1

1931 N Cleveland St

880 N Pollard St, Unit 880 North Pollard Street, Arlington, VA 22203

1011 Arlington Blvd, Unit 510, Unit 510

230 N George Mason Dr

3719 S Kemper Rd

1021 Arlington Blvd, Unit 540, Unit 540

1121 Arlington Blvd, Unit 141
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2634 Langston Blvd.

4126 Lee Hwy

2100 Langston Blvd, Unit #132, Unit #132

2603 Arlington Blvd

1575 N Colonial Ter, Unit 304, Unit 304

2016 N Adams St, Unit 304, Unit 304

142 N Bedford St

2509 Arlington Blvd

24 S Old Glebe Rd
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Arlington County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Arlington County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,004 | $1,100 | $6,950 |
| Arlington County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,073 | $2,550 | $5,750 |
| Arlington County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,322 | $1,250 | $7,500 |
| Arlington County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,149 | $4,000 | $9,000 |
| Arlington County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,948 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Arlington County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gates of Ballston in the Maywood neighborhood priced from $750. The Larkspur in the Maywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,033. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gates of Ballston | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Key Boulevard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| National Landing | 419 | 4BR,2BA | $1,180 |
| The Square at 511 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Harvey Hall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,372 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,441 |
| Hunters Park | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington County, VA
As of May 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington County area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Shell in the in the Ashton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,845. The second greatest value Arlington County apartment is the 311 N Bryan St Model at 311 N Bryan St, Unit Ground floor starting at $2,100 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Maywood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shell | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 311 N Bryan St, Unit Ground floor | 311 N Bryan St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Dorchester Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Terwilliger Place | 2B-E | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.12 |
| Apex Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| 600 N Vermont St, Unit 3-1 | 600 N Vermont St | 3BR,3BA | $1.31 |
| The Springs Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Wholey Legacy Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Larkspur | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Fillmore Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington County
What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington County?
There are currently 715 Apartments for Rent in Arlington County, VA with pricing that ranges from $838 to $28,579. There are also 321 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington County ranging from $1,000 to $11,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arlington County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arlington County ranges from $1,000 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,554.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Arlington County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arlington County range from $1,050 to $28,579, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,550 to $5,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,180.
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